Players can also dress up as a Silurian or Silent, or acquire a Cybermat as a companion to follow them around PlayStation Home.

Elsewhere, themed locations will be added to the online social space, including a TARDIS-style clubhouse and a show-themed store to download video content from BBC Worldwide and shop for real and virtual Doctor Who items.

More Doctor Who-themed goods and experiences will be coming to PlayStation Home throughout the year.

"We're really excited to be bringing this much-loved series to social and virtual worlds," said senior vice president of digital development Simon Hutson.

"Discovering new ways to engage with our fans is incredibly important to us, especially as we approach Doctor Who's 50th year."

LOOT Entertainment added: "We are committed to preserving the spirit and aesthetic of Doctor Who while introducing this historic franchise to PlayStation Home.

"It's the same Doctor Who millions have loved for almost 50 years - with a virtual, interactive, and social twist."